Facelift Audi S3 revealed

After the announcement of the all new Audi A3, today Audi have announced the S3. With 0-60 of 5.1 seconds, 300PS, 380Nm of torque; and achieving an alledged 40.9mpg its pretty impressive! UK-specific pricing and specification will be confirmed nearer to the start of ordering.

The meat:

New 2.0 TFSI engine with turbocharging and direct injection

0 to 62mph in 5.1 seconds with S tronic transmission (5.4 with manual)

300PS and 380 Nm, 40.9mpg, and 159g/km of CO2

Redlines at 6,800rpm

Top speed capped at 155mph

Electromechanical sound actuator in the bulkhead

Exhaust system has a sound flap that opens at a certain speed to give more growl